King, Nahas commit to Richmondby Adrian Ceddia
2:59 PM Fri 09 Sep, 2011Richmond has secured two of its most improved players at Punt Road for the next two seasons.
Jake King and Robin Nahas have both signed new contracts, keeping them at the Tigers until the end of the 2013 season.
King’s fifth season at Richmond produced 25 goals from 19 appearances, and an average of 11 possessions per match.
The 25-year-old has now played 75 games for the Tigers, and has reinvented himself as a forward, after spending the early part of his career in defence.
“Jake has become a very important player for us, particularly with his forward pressure and his ability to impact the scoreboard,” said Richmond General Manager of Football Craig Cameron.
“He has also developed his leadership skills enormously, and has been a strong influence on our developing playing list.”
Nahas enjoyed a breakout year in 2011, increasing his workload and becoming a vital member of the Richmond midfield, as well as a dangerous forward.
After two seasons as a small forward, the 23-year-old played every game this season, averaging 19 disposals, booting 29 goals (fourth at Richmond) and laying 94 tackles (third at Richmond).
“By his own admission, Robbie realised he needed to work on his fitness base during the pre season, to give his game an extra dimension,” Cameron said.
“It’s a credit to him that he has built his endurance to a point where he can impact matches further up the ground, as well as maintaining his effectiveness around goals.”
Richmond youngsters Alex Rance, Dylan Grimes, Reece Conca and Brad Helbig have also signed on with the Club in the last few months.
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